“We network with many churches in the Triangle because churches often encounter individuals and families who have mental health needs that are beyond the purview of pastoral staff and require the services of a licensed professional counselor. Some of our church partners have policies that require them to refer individuals and families to us if pastoral counseling has not resolved the psychological or familial issue after three meetings. Your pastoral staff may also benefit from such a policy.”
Laura Valentine, MA, LCMHC; is a graduate of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program of North Carolina Central University. A Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina; Mrs. Valentine is experienced in working with individuals who have mental health diagnoses, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief, oppositional defiant behavior, parenting issues, stress and anger management, individuals suffering from substance abuse issues and children who have learning disabilities. Her clinical interests include spiritual counseling, grief and loss, stress management, marriage and family issues, conflict resolution, career and financial counseling. Mrs. Valentine considers counseling to be a form of teamwork. The client and counselor working towards a common goal of achieving wellness. Trust is the foundation of a healthy counseling relationship. Clients’ feelings are explored through the use of empathic listening, unconditional positive regard, genuineness, and autonomy.